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Why Work for Frontier Airlines?
At Frontier, we believe the skies should be for everyone. We deliver on this promise through our commitment to Low Fares Done Right. This is more than our tagline - it’s our driving philosophy. Every member of Team Frontier has an important role to play in bringing this vision to life. Our successful business model allows travelers to take advantage of our fast-growing route network while our bundled and unbundled pricing options allow our customers to personalize their travel experience and only pay for the services they need – saving them money along the way.
What We Stand For
Low Fares Done Right is our mission and we strive to bring it to life every day. Our ‘Done Right’ promise means delivering not only affordable prices, but making travel friendly and easy for our customers. To do this, we put a great deal of care into every decision and action we take. We must be efficient with the use of our resources and make smart decisions about how we run our business. We must also innovate and be pioneers - we’re not afraid to try new things. While our business requires us to fly high in the air, we also consider ourselves down-to-earth in our approach, creating a warm and friendly experience that truly demonstrates Rocky Mountain Hospitality.
Who We Are
Frontier Airlines is committed to offering ‘Low Fares Done Right’ to more than 100 destinations and growing in the United States, Canada, Dominican Republic and Mexico on more than 350 daily flights. Headquartered in Denver, Frontier’s hard-working aviation professionals pride themselves in delivering the company’s signature Low Fares Done Right service to customers. Frontier Airlines is the proud recipient of the Federal Aviation Administration’s 2018 Diamond Award for maintenance excellence and was recently named the industry’s most fuel-efficient airline by The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) as a result of superior technology and operational efficiencies.
What Will You Be Doing?
The Safety internship is designed to provide enrolled students insight, and exposure into the operations of a Safety Department within an airline. The intern will work closely with departmental management in assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner.This internship is for Fall 2026 -9/9/2026 - 12/11/2026 based in Denver, CO.
Essential Functions
- Assist the Sr. Manager of Operational Safety Program’s with the Company’s Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) and Flight Operations Quality Assurance (FOQA)
- Assist the Sr. Manager of Safety Management Systems (SMS) and Internal Evaluation Program with the performance of SMS and IEP with identifying non-conformance with regulation or company policy throughout the Company.
- Assist the Manager of Regulatory Compliance, with gathering information for FAA regulatory requests
- Assist the Manager of Occupational and Environmental Compliance in researching and analyzing data regarding regulatory matters concerning OSHA, EPA, DOT, and Hazardous Materials
- Receive, compile, and analyze aviation safety related reports
- Prepare and write reports, documents, spreadsheets, and correspondence
Other Functions
- Assist in the dissemination of safety promotional items resulting from the Aviation Safety Department
- Assist the Internal Evaluator - Safety Compliance, with internal and external IOSA, including liaising with International Air Transport Association (IATA) auditors
- Promote safety as required by Part 5, subpart E
- Compile and publish periodical distributions from departmental staff
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled as a full-time student in a bachelor’s degree program from an accredited four-year institution of higher learning
- Have enough hours completed to be considered a Junior or Senior
- Possess a minimum GPA of 3.0
- Possess broad general aviation education
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Proficient verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
- Must have good interpersonal skills and ability to work both independently and as a member of a team
- Able to provide own housing and transportation during internship
Equipment Operated
- Standard office equipment, including PC, copier, fax machine, printer
Work Environment
- Typical office environment, adequately heated and cooled
- Very occasional work outside, including in inclement weather
- Very occasional exposure to elevated noise levels
- Very occasional weekend work, as required
- Very occasional airport tarmac and hangar work, as required
Physical Effort
- Generally, not required
Supervision Received
- Close Supervision: The incumbent is assigned duties according to specified procedures and receives detailed instructions. Work is checked frequently.
Positions Supervised
- None
Please note: this posting has a closing date of on or before 8/6/2026, midnight MT.
Pay Rate
Class Year
Interns
($ per hour)
Freshman
19.50
Sophomore
20.50
Junior
21.25
Senior
22.25
Graduate Program
24.25
Workplace Policies
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature and level of work required of the referenced position; they are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Please be advised that duties and expectations of this position may be subject to change.
Frontier Airlines, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Frontier Airlines is a Zero Tolerance Drug-Free Workplace. All prospective DOT safety-sensitive employees are subject to pre-employment testing for the following drugs and their metabolites: Marijuana, Cocaine, Amphetamines, Opioids and Phencyclidine (PCP). Further, any DOT safety-sensitive job applicant who is found to have tested positive on any required drug or alcohol test at a former employer will be considered ineligible for employment with Frontier.
Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Why Work for Frontier Airlines?
At Frontier, we believe the skies should be for everyone. We deliver on this promise through our commitment to Low Fares Done Right. This is more than our tagline - it’s our driving philosophy. Every member of Team Frontier has an important role to play in bringing this vision to life. Our successful business model allows travelers to take advantage of our fast-growing route network while our bundled and unbundled pricing options allow our customers to personalize their travel experience and only pay for the services they need – saving them money along the way.
What We Stand For
Low Fares Done Right is our mission and we strive to bring it to life every day. Our ‘Done Right’ promise means delivering not only affordable prices, but making travel friendly and easy for our customers. To do this, we put a great deal of care into every decision and action we take. We must be efficient with the use of our resources and make smart decisions about how we run our business. We must also innovate and be pioneers - we’re not afraid to try new things. While our business requires us to fly high in the air, we also consider ourselves down-to-earth in our approach, creating a warm and friendly experience that truly demonstrates Rocky Mountain Hospitality.
Who We Are
Frontier Airlines is committed to offering ‘Low Fares Done Right’ to more than 100 destinations and growing in the United States, Canada, Dominican Republic and Mexico on more than 350 daily flights. Headquartered in Denver, Frontier’s hard-working aviation professionals pride themselves in delivering the company’s signature Low Fares Done Right service to customers. Frontier Airlines is the proud recipient of the Federal Aviation Administration’s 2018 Diamond Award for maintenance excellence and was recently named the industry’s most fuel-efficient airline by The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) as a result of superior technology and operational efficiencies.
What Will You Be Doing?
The Safety internship is designed to provide enrolled students insight, and exposure into the operations of a Safety Department within an airline. The intern will work closely with departmental management in assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner.This internship is for Fall 2026 -9/9/2026 - 12/11/2026 based in Denver, CO.
Essential Functions
- Assist the Sr. Manager of Operational Safety Program’s with the Company’s Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) and Flight Operations Quality Assurance (FOQA)
- Assist the Sr. Manager of Safety Management Systems (SMS) and Internal Evaluation Program with the performance of SMS and IEP with identifying non-conformance with regulation or company policy throughout the Company.
- Assist the Manager of Regulatory Compliance, with gathering information for FAA regulatory requests
- Assist the Manager of Occupational and Environmental Compliance in researching and analyzing data regarding regulatory matters concerning OSHA, EPA, DOT, and Hazardous Materials
- Receive, compile, and analyze aviation safety related reports
- Prepare and write reports, documents, spreadsheets, and correspondence
Other Functions
- Assist in the dissemination of safety promotional items resulting from the Aviation Safety Department
- Assist the Internal Evaluator - Safety Compliance, with internal and external IOSA, including liaising with International Air Transport Association (IATA) auditors
- Promote safety as required by Part 5, subpart E
- Compile and publish periodical distributions from departmental staff
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled as a full-time student in a bachelor’s degree program from an accredited four-year institution of higher learning
- Have enough hours completed to be considered a Junior or Senior
- Possess a minimum GPA of 3.0
- Possess broad general aviation education
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Proficient verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
- Must have good interpersonal skills and ability to work both independently and as a member of a team
- Able to provide own housing and transportation during internship
Equipment Operated
- Standard office equipment, including PC, copier, fax machine, printer
Work Environment
- Typical office environment, adequately heated and cooled
- Very occasional work outside, including in inclement weather
- Very occasional exposure to elevated noise levels
- Very occasional weekend work, as required
- Very occasional airport tarmac and hangar work, as required
Physical Effort
- Generally, not required
Supervision Received
- Close Supervision: The incumbent is assigned duties according to specified procedures and receives detailed instructions. Work is checked frequently.
Positions Supervised
- None
Please note: this posting has a closing date of on or before 8/6/2026, midnight MT.
Pay Rate
Class Year
Interns
($ per hour)
Freshman
19.50
Sophomore
20.50
Junior
21.25
Senior
22.25
Graduate Program
24.25
Workplace Policies
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature and level of work required of the referenced position; they are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Please be advised that duties and expectations of this position may be subject to change.
Frontier Airlines, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Frontier Airlines is a Zero Tolerance Drug-Free Workplace. All prospective DOT safety-sensitive employees are subject to pre-employment testing for the following drugs and their metabolites: Marijuana, Cocaine, Amphetamines, Opioids and Phencyclidine (PCP). Further, any DOT safety-sensitive job applicant who is found to have tested positive on any required drug or alcohol test at a former employer will be considered ineligible for employment with Frontier.
Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Aviation Internship Market
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Tips for Your Aviation Internship Search
Apply in fall for summer aviation internships
Large aerospace manufacturers, airlines, and defense contractors open summer cohort applications as early as August and close them before winter break. Smaller regional operators and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so check listings consistently across the full year rather than waiting for a single recruitment season.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Aviation intern recruiters have limited work history to assess, so your portfolio does the heavy lifting. Document two or three complete projects showing the tools you used, CAD models, stress analysis reports, avionics simulations, or flight systems design files. Recruiters need something concrete to evaluate, and a linked or attached portfolio separates your application immediately.
Combine campus fairs with direct company applications
Career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and recruiters there often move faster for students they meet face to face. Your professors and career center staff frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller, less-publicized cohorts alongside your campus activity widens the pool you reach.
Practice your technical screen out loud before applying
Aviation intern interviews often include a technical or engineering screen covering systems analysis, design reasoning, or applied mechanics depending on the role. Practice solving problems aloud and walking through your reasoning step by step, since interviewers weigh how you approach a problem as much as the final answer you reach.
Target structured rotational and university programs early
Large aviation and aerospace employers run rotational or cohort internship programs specifically designed to train people new to the field. These programs recruit in the first application wave and fill fast. Identify which ones align with your degree and graduation timeline, then apply as soon as they open rather than waiting to see if other options materialize.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 50% of the aviation internships listed here. Decide what location and work arrangement you can commit to before you open any listing. Filter by work type and location first on Migrate Mate so you are comparing roles you can actually accept, not sorting through postings that don't fit your situation.
Aviation Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an aviation internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, hiring teams at the intern level expect limited experience and want something concrete to assess. For aviation candidates, that artifact is a design portfolio, CAD files, or documented technical projects showing tools used and problems solved. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can an aviation internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for aviation interns is consistent performance on real project work, available headcount on the team, and how early you signal interest in returning. Position for it by treating every assignment seriously without counting on a specific outcome.
When should I apply for aviation internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large aerospace and aviation employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing applications before winter break. Smaller companies, regional operators, and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings consistently rather than waiting for a single season gives you the widest window.
Are aviation internships paid?
Most professional aviation internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, sector, and location, and ranges widely across commercial aviation, aerospace manufacturing, and government contractors. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing shows it so you can compare before you apply.
What should an aviation internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. List two or three complete, documented projects naming the tools used and the outcome, for aviation candidates, that means design or CAD portfolios, engineering analysis write-ups, or simulation and systems projects with files or reports you can share. Add relevant coursework, keep it to one page, and put the most technical evidence at the top.
Are there remote aviation internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 50% of the aviation internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts in areas like data analysis, systems engineering support, and software development fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
What is a rotational engineering internship in aviation?
Rotational engineering internships place you across two or more teams or functional areas during a single internship cycle, exposing you to airframe systems, propulsion, avionics, or operations depending on the employer. These structured programs target students early in their degree and are designed to build generalist technical foundations. They recruit competitively and fill in the first application wave, so identify the programs that fit your school year and apply immediately when they open.
Can international students get aviation internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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